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BAD WOLFOfficial Publication of the 28th National Selection Conference of EYP Greece
BAD WOLF 28TH NATIONAL SELECTION CONFERENCEEUROPEAN YOUTH PARLIAMENT GREECE2
Dear all,
you're holding this Media Team's first attempt at a publication for this session.
In this issue, we asked journalists to merely write an article that they would enjoy reading
as first time participants in an EYP session, as many of you are. Therefore, eleven people
provide insight for the very same experience; each of them making an effort to give you an
idea on what to expect and what to hope for.
The title of this publication makes reference to a 50-year-old story some of you may be fa-
miliar with.
The elk on the cover bears no special significance. It is, however, our firm collective belief
that animals staring are cool.
We hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as we enjoyed making it.
Until the next issue,
Vasilis Koutsomarkos
Thanos Saitis
Editorial
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Brought to you by:
Ellie Adamoudi
Myrto Apostolidou
Eirini Daliani
Dimitris Davris
Rea Dika
Eva Gouda
Dimitra Karakioulaki
Dimitris Krokos
Stefanos Mantzarlis
Eleni Soulioti
Marta Sznajder
Danae Tselou
Vasilis Koutsomarkos
Thanos Saitis
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We may have participated in many sessions; we may have been delegates more
than once; we may have tried organising or chairing in sessions; I am sure
that even the President of the session will admit it; never have we ever for-
gotten our very first impression of EYP, that feeling we had when we found
ourselves in a circle, together with a bunch of complete strangers, being con-
stantly challenged and pushed, for the first time, so far out of our comfort
zone. We still all treasure the single moments of our hesitant, baby steps into
the beginning of this completely new path, which seemed so strange yet felt
so familiar.
The sharpest image carved on my mind, which comes with this warm feeling
of shelter, every time I recall my first session, is the way we, my co-delegates
and I, developed, along with the session. We started off as strangers, total
outsiders, evolved into teammates and ended up being friends, part of the
large EYP family, earning from and with each other throughout the whole
process. No one of us has ever managed and will ever manage to explain to a
non-EYPer how one may eventually end up putting their trust on strangers
and how distance can drive instead of divide.
In the end, this is why we keep coming back; it is the effort of expressing our
gratitude and trying to reciprocate to EYP part of what it has generously
and genuinely offered us. We would be shallow, boring, with fewer stories to
tell had we not seized the chance to continue this extraordinary journey. The
real EYP cannot be understood unless experienced. On behalf of the Media
Team, welcome on board and rest assured that, once the end of the session is
reached, you will never be the same person again!
Story timeor the reason why we keep coming back.
by Danae Tselou
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The Power of Teambuilding
by Eleni Soulioti
It's Friday morning. The first day of a session that will change your life (you just don't know it yet). You have been
allocated to your committee, you have found out who your chairpersons are and you can almost taste the excitement
in the air. Oh, how much would you like to share that feeling of wonder with your friends! Too bad that there isn't
a single one here... Or is there?
Teambuilding is one of the most important parts of an EYP session and it is here to help you bond with the rest of
your committee. But how exactly can activities that include moving like a ninja, lifting a teenager using one finger
and walking blindfolded help you create new friendships and trust people that you first met just a couple of hours
ago?
The power of teambuilding lies in the great variety of skills that are required in order to achieve a common goal.
The committee works together, combining forces in order to overcome the obstacles and succeed.
In this way, individual delegates are quickly transformed into a team, specially bonded during the session and for a
long time to come. So don't forget to hop on that Big Fat Pony and enjoy this session!
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by Dimitris Krokos
“All you need is love”, the Beatles
said, but sometimes finding that
so much needed love, is not as
easy as it should be. Not in EYP
though.
To begin with, think about all
the work that is being put into
EYP sessions all around Europe.
Hold that thought and, after you
thank the next organiser you
see, think that all this is done
voluntarily out of love for EYP,
Europe and, actually, all of you.
If you take advantage of that at-
mosphere of love, you’ll find that
in EYP you can be best friends
with a person you completely
disagree with on the committee
topic, have fun with your chairs
and -who knows- maybe even
EYP Lovefind your other half (Seriously,
the president at my last session
met his girlfriend through EYP
and now they’re married!). But
let us not perceive love only in
that way, love is also respecting
everyone’s opinion during CW,
raising points during GA in or-
der to help another committee
improve their resolution instead
of just attacking it and the list
goes on.
In the end, what is special about
EYP is that you’re able –given
that you have the motivation- to
shape it exactly as you want it
and make the most out of each
session. So, in that spirit get out
there, have a blast and let that
EYP love spread!
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by Eva Gouda
Welcome, welcome!
It is Friday -and I am sure that -we are all in love! So, here we are!
I have to welcome all of you to this awesome session and wish you to have the time of your lives as well as to fall
in love with the crazy world of EYP.
During this weekend (today included) you’ll live life to its fullest. You will get to know people from all over Europe,
make new friends, discuss current European issues, participate in debates and on top of that, you will get to know
better how the EU works and how you can be an active member of it ! So get ready, leave the real world behind
and join our EYP spirit!
The question that most of you might come up with is: “What EYP is all about?”
Well, EYP is not just about some committees trying to find out solutions about European issues in order to “save
the world” .EYP is a passion! Once you’ve experienced it you cannot have enough. It is about a family. It is about
friends that come together in order to organise and to contribute their part to amazing sessions like this. It is about
having the will to communicate with others by spreading your team spirit and your smile. It is, it is, it is…
I think that IT IS enough for now! You have to open your mind and heart and enjoy this session. On Sunday you
will tell me what EYP IS for you!
Welcome, again, to this magic world!
Lovely delegates, welcome to EYP! However strange, weird or crazy EYP may seem to you at the moment, believe
me that you will remember it as the experience of your lifetime. There are a few reasons for it, like the fact that it
is now your chance and opportunity to spend three marvellous days in an atmosphere of debating and discussing
serious stuff with even more marvellous people around you.
There is no doubt the best people you are ever going to meet are those who participate in EYP. It is also stated that
during this event you will be surrounded by many wonderful personalities who may have a huge influence on you
if you only wish to. What I’m trying to say is obviously to stay open-minded to novelties and try to make as many
friends as possible-or even more than friends; who can say?
by Marta Sznajder
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by Dimitra Karakioulaki
I will never forget my first national Session! Full of anxiety and shaking from cold,
I was surprised to see all the Officials being extremely happy and energetic, welcom-
ing us to the “amazing world of EYP”. But what is truly this “amazing” world?
The EYP is a non-governmental organisation, which involves more than 20,000
young people at more than 100 national and international events annually. During
these events, either in the position of a delegate, an organiser, a journalist, a chair,
an editor, a vice-president or a president, young people have the chance to learn to
cooperate in a team, to discuss and develop their international understanding and
to engage in fruitful discussions, expressing their opinion and developing their per-
sonal skills.
Here are some useful tips for your better integration to this magical world:
• Gettoknowasmanypeopleaspossible!
• Themoreyouputinit,themoreyougetoutof it!
• Atleastonceadaytrytogetintoaconversationwithsomeone
you don’t know!
• Bedaringwithyourideas!
• Don’tbeshy!
• Goodcanturnintogreat,if youknowalotaboutyourtopicand
are well prepared for Committee work!
• Beawareof personaldifferencesandtakethemasastartingpoint
for debate!
Also, never forget the 5 Golden Rules:
• Neverinterruptapersonwhoisspeaking!
• Respecttheopinionsof others!
• Thereisno“right”or“wrong”way!
• Beopen-minded!
• Workasateam!
Relax, study and have the time of your lives!
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by Rea Dika
Note from Editors:
Rea, quite unconventionally, sent us her article already
formatted as you can see above. We thought we shouldn't
let all that effort go to waste.
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The first and foremost reason I love EYP is its peo-
ple. It is the very reason why I was attracted to it
from the first moment. Even at my first session, I
met some of the most inspiring, well-educated,
searching-the-beauty-in-struggle, wanting-to-live-
beyond-the-norms people among EYPers.
When it gets down to what I love about EYP in re-
spect of an organisation that “promotes the europe-
an dimension in education”, it is totally the fact that
it promotes active citizenship. EYP strongly urges
session participants to be active throughout the ses-
sion, opting for cultivating a sense of citizenship to
follow the participant to his/her everyday life.
But what really delights me in EYP, in comparison to
many other youth + politics organisations, is its ded-
ication in delivering on young people’ s needs. EYP
does not enhance young people’s sense of responsi-
bility by just forcing them into formal political de-
bate (see GA). EYP sessions also iclude informal (in
terms of structure) political debate (see committte
work), but also songs and games (see teambuilding).
What I have always admired in EYP is its people de-
votion. About 200 EYP events take place every year.
Each and every event requires a tremendous amount
of work and time from all of the participants. And
all this is done voluntarily.
Last but but most important, comes opportunity
for personal development. EYP involvement refines
many skills, language, communication, organising,
leadership, to mention a few. Of course, more than
anything else, EYP experiences become a lifelong
treasure alone.
Why I love EYP
& you could love it
too
by Myrto Apostolidou
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Loads of papers, tables placed somewhere in the
front, unknown people waiting outside, some of them
walking around, some others shouting instructions,
staring at you with a smile on their face, others hold-
ing a camera or a laptop. You are waiting in a long
line so that you register, maybe holding a laptop or
some notes that are linked to your committee topic,
some of you nervous, some others keeping cool. This
is typically the atmosphere when an EYP session be-
gins. In less than three days you will have gotten to
know some of these strange people that run from
one place to the other, trying to fix things and keep
the session running smoothly, most of the unknown
people who have been waiting with you in this line,
with some of whom you will have played a number
of games, shared and discussed interesting ideas on
important European topics and exchanged means
of keeping in touch after the event. During the next
three days, you will laugh, cry, get angry, stay tuned
or remain indifferent, express yourselves or remain
silent, respect your fellows or ignore them, listen
to other people's views or think of your Christmas
holidays... What the people behind the scenes and all
those between us that have been preparing this event
for you, we, say is: enjoy the games, burst out laugh-
ing, stay tuned, have your say, listen to your fellows,
be productive, have discretion, be smart, wonder,
have courage, be relentless, have fun. An EYP jour-
ney starts today for each of you, whether you realise
it or not. It's your choice whether you will keep it
real and decide to live in this crazy but wonderful
world of EYP or live your normal life!
Ready,set,go.
by Ellie Adamoudi
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Howdie stranger,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 28th Na-
tional Selection Conference of EYP Greece in Thes-
saloniki. In the next few days, you are going to expe-
rience some of the most amazing moments you have
ever lived. Therefore, I feel I am obliged to present a
list of things that you should NOT do during the ses-
sion.
• Ignoranceof yourtopic
If you have not read about your topic and your prepa-
ration kit, I have some bad news for you.
• Disrespectyourfellowdelegates
You all belong in a team, you have set a common goal
and through cooperation you try to achieve it. Being
rude is not going to help you.
• FallasleepduringtheGeneralAssembly
Some of you have witnessed it, some of you haven’t.
The GA is one of the most rewarding but tiring things
in EYP. In any case, no matter how tired you are, stay
awake.
• Voteagainstyourresolution
After everything you will do during these days, you’re
aiming for a good resolution, a resolution worth voting
for. Under no circumstances should you vote against
your committee’s resolution.
• Beboring
Come on. EYP is not an everyday experience. The ses-
sion has just started. Get excited. Be enthusiastic. Go!
Survivalby Dimitris Davris
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Dear reader, you are now holding the best tool a new EYPer could
use. This survival guide aims to protect each and every one of you
from making fatal mistakes that could drive other delegates crazy,
give you savoir-vivre tips and boost your confidence.
First and most important: listen to your committee members. This
is the principle your work is going to be based upon for the next
three days. There is nothing more irritating than a delegate who
thinks that they’re always correct. Which brings us to the next
tip: be flexible, but not a pushover. As we mentioned, every opinion
must be expressed but if you feel that what you say is really impor-
tant then stand up for it! On a relevant issue, many delegates often
feel uncertain about their language skills. That is nothing(sic) to
be ashamed of. Apart from the fact that likely nobody will notice,
you will find out it’s all about what you say and not about perfect
grammar or pronunciation. Last but not least.... enjoy yourself !!
You have spent a lot of time researching your topic and, believe it
or not, this is the time where you turn theory into practice! So grab
your gear, put on your best smile and let the session begin!!
In Salonica we trust,
Stefanos
by Stefanos Mantzarlis
Guide
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Dear delegates,
I am sure that when you first heard that you are going to participate in the 28th national selection conference of
EYP Greece you had definitely no idea what EYP is. You still have no idea what EYP is about. Same happened to
me when I first participated as a delegate. I thought that they would torture me or I would be crucified and then
fed to the dogs. Don’t worry, I am still alive. I guarantee that as soon as the conference ends, you will ask for more.
What I can share with you is that this experience changed my life. I was very shy. In the beginning, I was standing
in a crowd of strangers playing different games. I could never imagine that these strangers would be my friends
now. You never know what to expect but these sessions always have their way to offer you memorable moments
of joy, cooperation, hard work and a wide smile. So, don’t be shy, seize the chance, enjoy the games, express your
opinions, be extrovert and make new friends. Generally, make the most out of it, because this session is made for
YOU! You are in the beginning of a magic journey. You are the ones who will decide what the destination is going
to be for you.
Fully yours,
Eirini
Letter from Eirini
by Eirini Daliani
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Feeling worried?
Now you have nothing to worry about.
Με την ευγενική χορηγία
Με την ευγενική φιλοξενία
Με την υποστήριξη